[Success] How to read key code from 2013 BMW X1 xDrive 28i ignition

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Firestarter
Member since June 2023 • 115 posts

Need my 2013 BMW X1 xDrive 28i's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on April 22, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 937 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2013 BMW X1 xDrive 28i. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 23, 2025

Replies (6)

Lasertag
Member • 113 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 2013 BMW X1 xDrive 28i.

April 23, 2025 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 21 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2013 BMW X1 xDrive 28i.

April 24, 2025 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 73 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 2013 BMW X1 xDrive 28i. Huge thanks!

April 25, 2025 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 59 posts

My 2013 BMW X1 xDrive 28i has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

April 26, 2025 Reply
Purplehaze
Member • 47 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2013 BMW X1 xDrive 28i too.

April 27, 2025 Reply
Omegadog
Member • 80 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 2013 BMW X1 xDrive 28i, hope this helps.

April 28, 2025 Reply

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